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South Africans moving to NZ often mention the "tall poppy syndrome" in NZ. Do you feel like that is a fair comment? This comment reminded me of the concept: >
by sails 5y ago
South Africans moving to NZ often mention the "tall poppy syndrome" in NZ. Do you feel like that is a fair comment?
This comment reminded me of the concept:
> In New Zealand you're less likely to own a fancy new car or have has many expensive possessions but to me at least it didn't feel like you "need" them as much as in Australia.
[] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tall_poppy_syndrome https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tall_poppy_syndrome
- smcleod 5y agoYeah it absolutely is but it's also simply part of New Zealand culture / identity to try to be humble